Ruscus hypoglossum - Spineless Butchers Broom pickup A stunningly graceful conifer native

A stunningly graceful conifer native from northeast Afghanistan to Central Himalaya

Mature specimens may attain an age of up to 600 years

this deciduous shrub has a low spreading habit

The bright green leaves appear late and as they are full grown before the flower clusters open

Ruscus hypoglossum - Spineless Butchers Broom pickup A stunningly graceful conifer nativeThis is the plant if you need something for the darkest driest spot in the garden. A native to southern Europe and east to Turkey and the Crimea, it is unique in that looks like foliage is in fact modified stems that function as leaves and the tiny green and purple flowers, and then red berries are at the centre of each leaf. Is great in floral art it lasts for months in water. Performs best in full shade.